Quote by Terry Pratchett

A European says: I can't understand this, what's wrong with me? An American says: I can't understand this, what's wrong with him?I make no suggestion that one side or other is right, but observation over many years leads me to believe it is true.

A European says: I can't understand this, what's wrong with

Summary

This quote highlights a cultural difference between Europeans and Americans in terms of their tendency to attribute communication difficulties. Europeans, when faced with comprehension challenges, typically question themselves and wonder if something is wrong with their own understanding. In contrast, Americans tend to question the other person, wondering if there is something wrong with their communication skills. The quote does not judge which approach is right or wrong, but simply reflects the author's observation based on many years of experience.

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Perception Cultural Biases Observational

By Terry Pratchett

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